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GlossaryLeucine-rich repeat

structural motif in proteins involved in various biological processes

Leucine-rich repeats (LRRs) are short sequences of amino acids found in proteins, characterized by the presence of the amino acid leucine at regular intervals. These repeats form a structural motif that creates a horseshoe-shaped domain, which is often involved in protein-protein interactions, playing crucial roles in various biological processes such as cell signaling, immune response, and the development of hair follicles.

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research Leucine-Rich Repeat-Containing G-Protein-Coupled Receptors as Markers of Adult Stem Cells

291 citations , May 2010 in “Gastroenterology”

Certain proteins, Lgr5 and Lgr6, are important markers of adult stem cells and are involved in tissue repair and cancer development.

research A newly discovered linkage between proteoglycans and hair biology: decorin acts as an anagen inducer

10 citations , August 2014 in “Experimental Dermatology”

Decorin, a protein, may help start hair growth and could be used to treat hair loss.

Stimulation of the Follicular Bulge LGR5+ and LGR6+ Stem Cells with the Gut-Derived Human Alpha Defensin 5 Results in Decreased Bacterial Presence, Enhanced Wound Healing, and Hair Growth from Tissues Devoid of Adnexal Structures

research Stimulation of the Follicular Bulge LGR5+ and LGR6+ Stem Cells with the Gut-Derived Human Alpha Defensin 5 Results in Decreased Bacterial Presence, Enhanced Wound Healing, and Hair Growth from Tissues Devoid of Adnexal Structures

39 citations , November 2013 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery”

Human alpha defensin 5 helps heal wounds, reduce bacteria, and grow hair on burned skin.

research Wnt/β‐catenin pathway in tissue injury: roles in pathology and therapeutic opportunities for regeneration

94 citations , June 2016 in “The FASEB Journal”

The Wnt/β-catenin pathway helps tissue regeneration but can also cause fibrosis, and drugs that inhibit this pathway may aid in healing skin and heart tissues.

research Lgr5 marks cycling, yet long-lived, hair follicle stem cells

835 citations , October 2008 in “Nature Genetics”

Lgr5 is a marker for active, long-lasting stem cells in mouse hair follicles.

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community Carnitine Tartrate + Potassium chloride + Niacin

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The post discusses using Carnitine Tartrate, Potassium Chloride, and Niacin to reduce hair shedding, with the user experiencing significant improvement. The user also suggests considering a ketogenic/paleo diet for those with insulin resistance-related hair loss.